Welcome to
Queanbeyan and District Preschool Association
Queanbeyan & District Preschool Association (QDPA) was formed in May 1950, when a public meeting was held to elect a management committee that would work towards setting up a preschool centre in Queanbeyan. The first Queanbeyan Preschool was constructed on an existing park in Queanbeyan named Harris Park and the preschool was opened in March 1952.
The Queanbeyan & District Preschool Association is made up of three preschools, all located within Queanbeyan NSW: Harris Park Preschool; Karabar Preschool; Waratah Preschool.
Our Preschools
Harris Park Preschool is located on the corner of Isabella, Lowe Streets and is in close proximity to both Queanbeyan Public School and St Gregory’s Primary School.
Karabar Preschool is located at 191 Cooma Street behind the YMCA. Both Karabar and Waratah Preschools are in close proximity to Queanbeyan South Primary School and approximately 7 kilometres from Jerrabomberra Primary School.
Waratah Preschool is located at 27 Alanbar Street. Both Waratah and Karabar Preschools are in close proximity to Queanbeyan South Primary School and approximately 7 kilometres from Jerrabomberra Public School.
Mura Preschool is located at 181 Cooma Street, Karabar (access via Aulich Oval carpark on Queenbar Road). Mura Preschool is anticipated to open in early 2022 and was formerly a family day care and community centre. Extensive renovations are currently underway to create a new three classroom Preschool.